The city of Los Angeles maintains it is not required to retain or release texts sent by the mayor. The Times is taking the matter to court, arguing the messages are public records.
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In rebuilding, Malibu homeowners face the challenge of not just fire danger but also sea level rise. Some argue the land should be left as open space.
An L.A. Times/WeedWeek investigation finds alarming levels of pesticides in cannabis products at dispensaries across the state
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